VICTORY: Federal court keeps “In God, We Trust” after Freedom From Religion Foundation sues to have it removed

To claim that this country wasn’t built on Judeo-Christian values is just plain ignorant.

[tabs type=”horizontal”][tabs_head][tab_title][/tab_title][/tabs_head][tab]A challenge to America’s national motto has been struck down by a federal district court. Dr. Michael Newdow and the Freedom From Religion Foundation sued to have “In God, We Trust,” from U.S. currency.

The court stated there was ample body of case law and they could only come to one conclusion. The order rejects arguments that the motto violates the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment.

The ACLJ, in an brief submitted to the court, points out the national motto reflects the historical beginnings of the United States. The belief in God was integral in the founding stages of the nation and removing all references to God to please atheistic preferences is not supported by the First Amendment.

The brief also explains, “The national motto simply echoes the principle found in the Declaration of Independence that our freedoms come from God and not the state.” and that the Establishment Clause is not intended to guarantee the public will not be exposed to religion or religious symbols.[/tab][/tabs]